Dr. Richard Loomis' area of specialization is general pediatrics. He attended the University of Michigan Medical School and then went on to complete his residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. He is an in-network provider for Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, and United Healthcare Choice, as well as other insurance carriers. In addition to English, Dr. Loomis speaks Spanish. He is affiliated with Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). Unfortunately, he is not accepting new patients at this time.

Dr. Vijay Suhag is a specialist in adult hematology, adult oncology, and medical oncology. He works in Auburn, CA and Roseville, CA. Dr. Suhag attended the University of Delhi, University College of Medical Sciences and then went on to complete his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital. These areas are among his clinical interests: ovarian cancer, testicular cancer, and stomach cancer. On average, patients gave him a rating of 4.0 stars out of 5. Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, and United Healthcare Choice are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Suhag takes. In addition to English, Dr. Suhag (or staff) speaks Hindi. His professional affiliations include Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Roseville Medical Center. He welcomes new patients.

Dr. Brandon Hobel is a family practitioner. Areas of expertise for Dr. Hobel include general care. He is professionally affiliated with Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). He honors Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, and United Healthcare Choice, in addition to other insurance carriers. He has an open panel. Dr. Hobel is a graduate of Ross University School of Medicine. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish.

Dr. Kristin Arreola's areas of specialization are adult hematology, adult oncology, and medical oncology; she sees patients in Roseville, CA and Auburn, CA. Her clinical interests include testicular cancer and blood disorders. She takes Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, and United Healthcare Choice, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Arreola's education and training includes medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. She is professionally affiliated with Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Roseville Medical Center. New patients are welcome to contact Dr. Arreola's office for an appointment.

Dr. Ali Mokhlesi works as an internist in Auburn, CA. Dr. Mokhlesi is especially interested in thyroid problems, preventive care, and general care. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). He is in-network for Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, and United Healthcare Choice, as well as other insurance carriers. He is accepting new patients. Dr. Mokhlesi attended the University of Monterrey Faculty of Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at John Stroger Hospital of Cook County for residency. Dr. Mokhlesi (or staff) is conversant in Spanish and Persian.

Dr. Robert Hsu's specialty is general internal medicine. Clinical interests for Dr. Hsu include general care. Dr. Hsu is an in-network provider for Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, United Healthcare Choice, and more. He attended medical school at Yale School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He has received the following distinction: Sacramento Super Doctors. Dr. Hsu is professionally affiliated with Sutter Medical Network, Mercy Medical Group, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). New patients are welcome to contact Dr. Hsu's office for an appointment.

Dr. Shawn Kreiner's specialty is general pediatrics. Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, and United Healthcare Choice are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Kreiner takes. Dr. Kreiner graduated from Penn State College of Medicine. He trained at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center for his residency. Dr. Kreiner is affiliated with Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). New patients are welcome to contact his office for an appointment.

Dr. Claire Unis sees patients in Auburn, CA. Her medical specialty is general pediatrics. Dr. Unis speaks Spanish. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). She attended the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland. She is in-network for Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, United Healthcare Choice, and more. Unfortunately, she is not accepting new patients at this time.

Dr. Kenneth Ashley works as a general pediatrician in Auburn, CA. Dr. Ashley is professionally affiliated with Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). He takes Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, United Healthcare Choice, and more. He is not accepting new patients at this time. His education and training includes medical school at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Davis.

Dr. Joyce Bradshaw practices general pediatrics in Auburn, CA. The average patient rating for Dr. Bradshaw is 5.0 stars out of 5. She honors Health Net ELECT POS, United Healthcare Plans, and United Healthcare Choice, as well as other insurance carriers. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington, Dr. Bradshaw attended Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. She is affiliated with Sutter Medical Network, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). Unfortunately, she is not accepting new patients at this time.

Dr. Angela Rickey practices family medicine in Auburn, CA. Dr. Rickey studied medicine at Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine. Her training includes a residency program at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital. Her clinical interests include general care. Dr. Rickey accepts Anthem, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medi-Cal, and more. Her professional affiliations include Sutter Medical Network and Sutter Medical Group (SMG). She is not accepting new patients at this time.

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What are Lung Problems?

Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body’s tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while we are sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.

Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.

Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.

Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.

Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional to make sure your lungs are healthy. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.